Toronto Midtown

English school in Toronto

Founded in 1969, our Toronto English school is one of the largest and most established language schools in Canada. The school offers a huge variety of english classes , a flexible schedule, and a long list of trips, excursions, sports and social activities. There are two recently renovated campuses, and both are located in the heart of Toronto, in the well known area of "Cabbagetown"; they are a 3 minute walk from one another.

The English school is a short walk from the main points of interest in Toronto, and is very close to the metro stop Eglinton. "Cabbagetown" is a small neighbourhood with a lot of charm, where there are unique residential houses in a Victorian style and small businesse, pubs, quaint shops, all in the centre of the large city of Toronto.

Our English students can study more than twenty different subjects at twelve levels, from absolute beginner with no English language skills to extremely advanced level classes that prepare students for TOEFL exams. You will be placed in classes perfect for your needs, but the flexible schedule allows you to raise or lower your level or change subjects simply by discussing it with a student counsellor.

Facilities at the English school

57 classrooms equipped with the most modern audiovisual equipment

2 laboratories with more than 30 computers

Wifi connection

Library with books and dictionaries

Book shop

More than 1,000 international students and more than 50 students, allowing a more varied style of learning.

Characteristics

Internet

Library

Computer room

Cafe

Tea or coffee machine

Garden

Wifi

Student lounge

Prayer room

Kitchenette

Support deparment for the students

Holidays

01/01/2019

Accreditations

The school is accredited by:

Strongest Points

The Canadian population is well known for being one of the most friendly populations that exist.

A beautiful city which is very easy to get around

Many different activities

Toronto

Toronto is the capital of Ontario, it is a modern city with more than 5 millions inhabitants. It is situated on Ontario lake, a large mass of water where in spring and summer, you can do water sports and boat trips are organised.

It is considered one of the more cosmopolitan cities in the world, cherishing different nationalities and cultures. The majority are Portuguese, Italian, Latinamericans and Asians. Toronto is a city impacted by its enormous green spaces, big commercial avenues, skyscrapers and high international level restaurants. It is the headquarters of the biggest University in Canada, as well as having a large number of prestigious faculties and university colleges.

In Toronto, they celebrate around 30 cinema festivals per year, as well as numerous different cultural events on an international level, so the students will find many different leisure activities so they will never get bored after English classes.

Things to see and do in Toronto

Culture

Visit the CN Tower

Discover the Toronto Eaton Centre

Visit the Ontrario Science Centre

Leisure

Enjoy a Hockey game at the Air Canada Center

Visit Toronto Zoo

Ontario Place: a leisure and training centre constructed in one of the 3 artificial islands on the lake

Trips

Spend a day at Paramount Canada´s Wonderland

Visit New York

Take an excursion to Niagra Falls

Interesting things about Toronto:

The metropolitan zone has more than 4.7 million inhabitants.

The city was born as a military camp, constructed in 1793 and was raised in anticipation with the war with the United States.

More than 40% of the population is made up of young people.

It´s one of the cleanest cities in North America

It is a safe city; there are no robberies or juvenile crime. Walking around Toronto at any time of day and night is completely safe.

Toronto is made up of 6 zones; the city centre, North York, East York, York, Scarborough and Etobicoke. It is divided into about 140 areas.

What to see in Toronto

CN Tower: it is the most famous symbol of Canada, 553.33 metres high, Canada´s National Tower is the highest building in the world.

Air Canada Center: hockey stadium

SkyDome, now called The Rogers Centre: famous for its folding floor, it is the home to Toronto Argonauts football team and the Toronto Blue Jays baseball team, world winners in 1992 and 1993.

Toronto Eaton Centre: situated in the bustling centre of Toronto, shares the honour of being one of the most visited attractions in the city.

Courses:

Standard English Course

This English course focuses on the most important aspects of the language: grammar, reading, conversation, listening, writing, idioms, pronunciation, phrasal verbs.

Perfect for

It is perfect for those who want to improve their language gradually

Additional information

3 hours of classes per day

Characteristics

Course duration from 3 to 48 weeks

Horas per Week 15

Duration of Classes 55 Minutes

Timetables Morning or afternoon

Level test Yes

Accredited Diploma No

Level A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2.

Maximum students per class in summer 12

Average during the rest of year 9

Minimum age 16

Semi Intensive Course

This English course focuses on the most important aspects of the language: grammar, reading, conversation, listening, writing, idioms, pronunciation, phrasal verbs.. The aspects covered are more extensive as the number of hours is higher.

Additional information

4 hours of class per day

Characteristics

Course duration from 3 to 48 weeks

Horas per Week 20

Duration of Classes 55 Minutes

Timetables Morning or afternoon

Level test Yes

Accredited Diploma Yes

Level A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2.

Maximum students per class in summer 12

Average during the rest of year 9

Minimum age 16

Super Intensive Course

This English course focuses on the most important aspects of the language: grammar, reading, conversation, listening, writing, idioms, pronunciation, phrasal verbs.. The aspects are a lot more extensive since the number of hours in this course is more than double that of the standard course.

Perfect for

It is ideal for those that want to improve their knowledge of the language in a quicker and more condensed way.

Additional information

6 hours of class per day

Characteristics

Course duration from 3 to 48 weeks

Horas per Week 30

Duration of Classes 55 Minutes

Timetables Morning and double

Level test Yes

Accredited Diploma No

Level A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2.

Maximum students per class in summer 12

Average during the rest of year 9

Minimum age 16

Intensive course

This English course focuses on the most important aspects of the language: grammar, reading, conversation, listening, writing, idioms, pronunciation, frasal verbs.. The aspects are a lot more extensive since the number of hours in this course is more than double that of the standard course.

Additional information

5 hours of class per day

Characteristics

Course duration from 3 to 48 weeks

Horas per Week 25

Duration of Classes 55 Minutes

Timetables Morning and afternoon

Level test Yes

Accredited Diploma No

Level A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2.

Maximum students per class in summer 12

Average during the rest of year 9

Minimum age 16

Extra-curricular Activities

What to do in Toronto

The school where you will carry out your English course has a wide activity programme: walks, visits, trips, excursions, sports and much more. The students can go on trips or excursions, do sports or participate in social events.

Toronto is one of the biggest cities in the world and has a lot to offer its visitors. There is always something to do, no matter what your tastes are. From hockey to baseball, from museums to international film festivals, cultural events, amusement parks, restaurants, picnics.. You will never be bored in Toronto!

Some activities are free, however the majority you will need to pay extra for.

Some examples of the activities:

Walks around Toronto

Cinema nights

Dance classes

Visit to the amusement park Wonderland

Visit the CN Tower

Visit Toronto Castle

Boat parties

Visit to St. Lawrence Market

Excursions:

"Thousand Islands" and "White Water Rafting". The trip includes a visit to Fort Henry, a boat trip to Thousand Islands (Ontario Lake/St Lawrence river) and a day rafting.

Montreal, Ottawa and Quebec city includes two nights in an economic hotel, visit to Quebec city and Montreal - The old Montreal, Mount Royal, Terre des Hommes, the Citadel and Notre Dame

Canoe trip to the silvestre park in Algonquin or in aother park in Muskoka

Trip to New York: visit the city of Manhattan - Empire State Building, The Statue of Libery, Rockefeller Centre, Times Square and Central Park.

Niagara Falls and visit to the casino and wine factories. This trip can include: Niagara-on-the-lake, a trip to a local wine factory, a casino or a shopping centre with discount shops or "outlets".

Accommodation

Homestay

Homestay is perfect to be able to practice your English after class. All families have been carefully selected and are visited regularly to ensure quality service. You will receive the name, address, and telephone number of the host family about two weeks before your departure. Flight information should be confirmed as early as possible or, at the latest, two weeks prior to arrival.

Accommodation with a family includes half board (breakfast and dinner) from Monday to Friday and full board (Breakfast, lunch and dinner) at the weekends.

Availability: All year

Room Type: Single bedroom

School distance: 20-50 minutes on public transport

Check-in: Sunday

Check-out: Saturday

Characteristics

Internet

Private bathroom

Laundry facilities

Cleaning service

Wifi

Kitchen

Kithchen Utensils

Security service

Bed-linen

Towels

Breakfast

Half Board

Full Board

Residence

The Residence is located in downtown Toronto, minutes’ walk from all the major tourist attractions. It is an ideal base for your stay in Canada’s largest city! The 22 floor building is a 5 minute walk from Yonge Street, and a 5 minute walk from Yonge-Dundas Square. Tourist attractions such as the Royal Ontario Museum, Queen’s Park, the Hockey Hall of Fame, and the Art Gallery of Ontario are all within walking distance of the residence’s building. The accommodation is an ‘apartment style’ – all bedrooms are in apartments containing 4 or 5 bedrooms, sharing 2 bathrooms and a kitchen/common area.

A continental breakfast is included in the price every morning from 07:00-11:00. It is served in the restaurant with a garden.

Availability: from 5th May to 28th August 2016

Room Type: Single room

School distance: 20 minutes on public transport

Check-in: Sunday from 16:00

Check-out: Saturday before 10:00

Characteristics

Internet

Private bathroom

Laundry facilities

Cleaning service

Wifi

Kitchen

Kithchen Utensils

Security service

Bed-linen

Towels

Breakfast

Half Board

Full Board

How to get there

How to get to Toronto

The main airport in Toronto is the Pearson International Airport. It is located approximately 32km from the centre of Toronto. It is the most frequented airport in Canada, and the 29th most frequented in the world. Normally, the flights from Spain land at this airport.

The airlines that fly to Toronto from Spain are:

Aircanada

Airtransat

Iberia

From the airport to Toronto

Bus: The Toronto Transit Comission is one of the companies in charge of this service. Their bus line regularly goes to Toronto, and to other regional and local destinations. The Airport Rocket is the company which takes 20 minutes and usually ends in Kipling Station, going to Dundas Street and East Mall Crescent.

Train: The train will also get you to Toronto. Go Transit is the company that runs this service in Toronto and the neighbourhoods in the city.

Shuttle (Transfer service). If you have reserved accommodation in residence, you can reserve the shuttle for the same residence, from and to the airport.